Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
perkinsiae
ID:
365409

Status:
valid

Authors:
Struwe & Weaver

Source:
ksu

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Taxon 50: 1161 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000364741



Common Names

  • Lisianthius perkinsiae
  • Perkins' Lisianthius
  • Lisianthius Perkinsiae


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Description

Lisianthius perkinsiae (also called Perkins' Lisianthius, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a hairy stem and leaves, and its flowers are small and yellow. It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Lisianthius perkinsiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lisianthius perkinsiae has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, round and black. Its seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lisianthius perkinsiae can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil, and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Lisianthius perkinsiae

Lisianthius perkinsiae can be found in South America.

Lisianthius perkinsiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lisianthius perkinsiae?

Lisianthius perkinsiae

What is the common name of Lisianthius perkinsiae?

Perkins' Lisianthius

What is the native range of Lisianthius perkinsiae?

Central America

Species in the Lisianthius genus

Lisianthius perkinsiae, Lisianthius skinneri, Lisianthius seemanii, Lisianthius auratus, Lisianthius auriculatus, Lisianthius calciphilus, Lisianthius glandulosus, Lisianthius laxiflorus, Lisianthius jefensis, Lisianthius peduncularis, Lisianthius seemannii, Lisianthius axillaris, Lisianthius brevidentatus, Lisianthius nigrescens, Lisianthius saponarioides, Lisianthius viscidiflorus, Lisianthius oreopolus, Lisianthius quichensis, Lisianthius weaveri, Lisianthius habuensis, Lisianthius aurantiacus, Lisianthius spathulatus, Lisianthius longifolius, Lisianthius cuspidatus, Lisianthius meianthus, Lisianthius silenifolius, Lisianthius adamsii, Lisianthius troyanus, Lisianthius latifolius, Lisianthius domingensis, Lisianthius cordifolius, Lisianthius exsertus, Lisianthius umbellatus, Lisianthius capitatus,

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

Lena Struwe (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Struwe' in the authors string.
Richard E. Weaver (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Weaver' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:324282-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.